APICS CSCP

Q: How can one benefit from ASCM Certification?

Benefits to Companies: Helps employees master advanced supply chain management principles that extend beyond an organization's internal end-to-end operations from suppliers to customers. Provides a higher level of skills and knowledge needed to streamline business operations and produce bottom-line results. Benefits to an Individual: Provides candidates with all the necessary tools to effectively manage global supply chain processes and activities. Enables them to implement best practices in the industry to increase supply chain efficiency. Allows more credibility and recognition at your workplace.

Q: What is the Exam Pattern and Scoring?

Pattern: The Online exam is for 3.5 hours, and a participant needs to attempt 150 multiple choice questions and no negative marking. The result is prompted within few seconds of completing the Exam. Score: The CPIM exam score range is 200-350. A minimum score of 300 or higher is required to pass the examination. Any score of 299 or below is termed as failed or not pass.

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Certifying Body: Association for Supply Chain Management

The APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) program is a globally renowned certification that equips professionals with advanced knowledge in supply chain management. This programme offers a holistic perspective, covering the entire supply chain, from suppliers to consumers, ensuring that participants can effectively manage and integrate all key processes. With eight comprehensive modules, the CSCP programme provides in-depth training on essential concepts, strategies, and best practices in supply chain operations.

By earning the APICS CSCP certification, professionals can significantly enhance their career prospects and contribute to organizational success. The certification not only demonstrates mastery of supply chain management principles but also showcases a commitment to the profession. To obtain the CSCP designation, individuals must pass a rigorous exam and accumulate 20 maintenance points, further solidifying their expertise in the field.

Benefits of APICS CSCP Certification

Recognized as the top end-to-end supply chain management certification worldwide, opening doors to global career opportunities.
Covers the entire supply chain, giving you a competitive edge and industry respect.
Enhances your knowledge and skills, positioning you as an expert capable of driving improvements in your organization.
Certified professionals often see higher salaries and faster career growth.
Establish yourself as a supply chain leader on a global scale, gaining recognition and credibility.
Learn the latest best practices, enabling you to optimize planning and operations for better job performance.
Gain the skills to introduce new ideas and solutions across suppliers, plants, and distribution networks.
Earn a certification that is respected and valued across the industry, distinguishing you from your peers.
Leverage worldwide recognition to pursue opportunities in different regions and markets, expanding your career options.

The CSCP Learning System is divided into 8 Modules

CSCP Modules

Module 1: Supply Chains, Demand Management, and Forecasting

Introduction to Supply Chains
Demand Analysis and Patterns
Demand Management
Forecasting
Supply and Demand Alignment

Module 2: Global Supply Chain Networks

Supply Chain Design and Optimisation
End-to-End Connectivity and Visibility
Supply Chain Metrics and Reports

Module 3: Sourcing Products and Services

Aligning Sourcing to Demand
Category Strategy for Sourcing
Product Design Influence
Supplier Selection, Contracting, and Use

Module 4: Internal Operations and Inventory

Planning Operations
Capacity and Production Activity Control
Inventory
Performance and Continuous Improvement

Module 5: Forward and Reverse Logistics

Logistics and Distribution
Distribution Services and Transportation Choices
Trade Considerations
Reverse Flow

Module 6: Supply Chain Relationships

Customer Relationships
Supplier and Supply Chain Relationships

Module 7: Supply Chain Risk

Risk Management and Supply Chain Risks
Risk Analysis and Response

Module 8: Optimization, Sustainability, and Technology

Optimizing Supply Chain Strategy and Tactics
Sustainability
Technology Trends

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Passing percentage of participants taking trainings is above 90%.
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Get connected with APICS certified trainer during and after the training.
Get your doubts solved even after training, till you clear exam.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is APICS CLTD certification?

APICS CLTD certification is a professional certification offered by the American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS), now known as ASCM. The Certified in Logistics, Transportation, and Distribution course, is designed to improve the knowledge and skill set of those who manage transportation, logistics, and distributions within an organization. With this certification, professionals will learn the core principles and methods used to effectively manage supply chains in their organization and scale operations even on a global scale. The coursework will cover topics such as procurement, supplier relationships, inventory management, demand planning, order fulfillment, material handling, warehousing, international trade compliance, freight management, channel development, customer service management, and much more. The APICS CLTD certification will provide deep insight into how these topics are interconnected in order to support organizational goals.

How can one benefit from ASCM Certification?

Benefits to Companies:

Helps employees master advanced supply chain management principles that extend beyond an organization’s internal end-to-end operations from suppliers to customers.
Provides a higher level of skills and knowledge needed to streamline business operations and produce bottom-line results.

Benefits to an Individual:

Provides candidates with all the necessary tools to effectively manage global supply chain processes and activities.
Enables them to implement best practices in the industry to increase supply chain efficiency.
Allows more credibility and recognition at your workplace.

Which ASCM certification should I opt for?

If you are looking for entry Level Certification OR a certification to update your knowledge in the inventory and production field, ASCM CPIM is the best. It covers Plan, Source and Making. Refer to the CPIM brochure to know more.
If you want to make a career in logistics, plan for ASCM CLTD certification. It covers Delivery and Return within the organization. Refer to the ASCM CLTD brochure to know more.
If you want to learn about end-to-end operations management, attempt ASCM CSCP It covers the entire spectrum of the supply chain beyond the four walls of the organization.
When professionals (In the Top or Higher Middle-level management category) have a project to re-engineer or re-structure the supply chain of company, then every participant who is a part of the project should be SCOR-DS certified. Refer to the ASCM SCOR-DS brochure to learn more.
If you are looking for best practices, knowledge, skills, and abilities to initiate and enact supply chain transformation. ASCM CTSC includes transformation fundamentals and global logistics, including risk management and sustainability logistics. Refer to the ASCM CTSC brochure to know more.

In Which industries Supply Chain is important?

Today, supply chain exists in almost all the fields. The list is quite vast. To name a few…

Manufacturing companies E-Retail
Technology Food & Beverage
Shipping
Automotive
Fashion
Healthcare Oil and Gas
E-Commerce, and so on.

Is the certificate known globally?

Yes, APICS/ASCM Certifications are recognized globally.

Do I have to be an ASCM Member to pursue a certification?

Being an ASCM member, you get discounts on the course components on the ASCM exams, learning system and Bundles.

Modes and terms of payment?

You can make the payment either through Net Banking or Credit Card.
Payment Terms: i. 100% Advance ii. Instalments

Is it possible to pay fees in EMIs?

Yes, you can. Kindly connect with our sales team for further assistance on the same.

What is the Exam Pattern and Scoring?

Pattern: The Online exam is for 3.5 hours, and a participant needs to attempt 150 multiple choice questions and no negative marking. The result is prompted within few seconds of completing the Exam.

Score: The CPIM exam score range is 200-350. A minimum score of 300 or higher is required to pass the examination. Any score of 299 or below is termed as failed or not pass.

Where can I attempt or give the Exam?

You can take exams across the globe at the PearsonVUE exam and test centres.
You can search for a convenient location and as per schedule your exam.

What is the validity of all certificates?

APICS/ASCM Certificates are valid for 5 years. Within these 5 years a candidate must earn and submit 75 points to renew certificate for another 5 years. For more information on the rules and policies on maintaining certification, please visit https://www.ascm.org/learning-development/certifications-credentials/certification-maintenance.

Will I get a job, an increment or a promotion after completing APICS certification?

APICS certifications help you increase your knowledge, like any other qualification, in management stream. So, it should lead to a new job, an increment or a promotion but this cannot be said with certainty as they sway heavily in both, the positive and negative directions. The changes in demand and supply equation of skilled Man-power in the job market can affect your career advancement. However, salary surveys done by APICS in the US in the past show that APICS-certified professionals tend to earn more salary on average than non-certified professionals in the same role, proving a higher Preference for APICS-certified professionals in the Industry. Therefore, it can be confirmed that on average, Professionals certified in APICS are preferred over non-certified professionals in the relevant fields. This should in turn lead to better opportunities for you on completion of the course, compared to others, in the job market, increments and promotions, in the relevant job roles and career pathways.

Should I take training or not?

Training is always beneficial for certifications. You can always connect with the instructor for any doubts or queries related to the study material and have a smooth process towards your exams. KnoWerx instructors have more than 35 years of experience and the passing ratio of KnoWerX candidates is 90%, and too in first attempt.